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The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."

Why TikTok Followers Don’t Equal Radio Talent

"Some creators can. Others simply do not translate."

Tom Brady’s Viral Weekend Was A Business Lesson Sports Media Missed

"Far too many were eager to mock a staged wrestling angle, a promotional appearance, or a calculated branding move that they overlooked what was actually happening."

Why Cumulus Sees Xperi Data as a Big Data Breakthrough for Radio

"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

Graham Bunn Returns to Mornings at 96.9 The Kat

"Influence of our locally established talent across multiple dayparts allows for greater community engagement"

20 Brands In 20 Days: Ashley Wilson, 96.9 The Kat, Charlotte

We have the same struggles as everybody else. We want to provide escapism and let people know we’re right there in it with them.”

Graham Bunn Joins Mornings At 96.9 The Kat Charlotte

He joinsincumbent Sarah Lee. Bunn was first known as a contestant on the fourth season of “The Bachelorette.”

Dan Bernstein Losing His Job Should Make On-Air Talent Reconsider Social Media

"When high profile people are accessible anytime of the day by the entire world, they're going to hear a lot of noise. Sometimes those tweets are designed to generate a negative reaction, and our industry's most passionate people can't always look away."

Paul Schadt Set To Host His Final Show At 96.9 The Kat Charlotte

Schadt has had a 44-year career in Charlotte radio, with 27 years at 96.9 The Kat.

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Country Radio Shows of 2024

"56 programmers, consultants, and executives voted on the Country category, which was the largest participation for all formats in this series."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Country Radio Program Directors of 2024

"66 Country radio program directors received votes on ballots turned in by our voters. 19 earned at least one 1st place vote"

Longtime Charlotte Radio Host Paul Schadt Announces Retirement

Paul Schadt, longtime co-host of “The Paul Schadt & Sarah Lee Morning Show” at “96.9 The Kat,” Charlotte, NC, has announced he will retire in February 2025.

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"We're excited because we feel this is a step forward in using technology to change the way people think about radio. This is really the big data moment for radio, at least as we see it."

A.I. in Radio: Where Is the Uncrossable Line?

"A.I. does not live in local markets, play games at your remotes, connect with listeners, or comprehend what culture you have built inside your cluster."